Nature Smart

Caribou and Reindeer

Tis the season of the Reindeer. After all, it’s hard to not notice them at this time of year. They make appearances

Owls

A barred owl perched on a tree trunk, blending with the bark.

Winter is a time of plenty for owls. The nights are very long, and the days are painfully short. I was reminded of this

Snow Flakes

Close-up of a detailed snowflake against a black background.

A light and gentle snow started falling the other day while I was out in the woods. Quickly the tiny flakes started to

Northern Shrike

A small bird perched on a thin branch against a clear blue sky.

I love rule breakers. You know, the critters in nature that don’t follow the rules we people lay out for them

Dog eat Dog World

A group of wolves standing alert in a snowy landscape.

There is no question about it! It is a dog-eat-dog world out there, and now I have proof. Recently on a trip to film

Bison and Wolf

A herd of bison grazing on a sandy hill under a clear blue sky.

The bison turned quickly, ready to charge. The two feet of snow didn’t slow its powerful hooves but rather kicked up

White Fur

A fluffy rabbit sitting alert in the grass.

As winter loosens its grip on the northern states and it finally feels like spring, my mind turns to all the changes in nature

Woodchucks

Two marmots sitting close together on a rock under a cloudy sky.

This year we seemed to zip right past Groundhog Day without even noticing. Perhaps this is because during Covid time

Chorus Frog

Close-up of a frog emerging from water on a green leaf.

Spring is filled with so many cool and interesting natural things. The earth is awaking after a long and frozen sleep

Sage Grouse

Close-up of a bird with unique, spiky feather display on its head.

The rights of spring are particularly interesting, especially in the bird world. I was thinking about this the other morning